O'Brien's Public House announces move to downtown Troy

TROY -- A third business in as many days has announced it will be closing its doors in the Collar City. But, in this case, the business will be moving to another location in the city.

O'Brien's Public House, on 5th Avenue in Lansingburgh, announced Friday that it would be closing at its current location on June 22. But, co-owner Terry O'Brien explained, it's more of a "see ya later" party next Saturday since they have plans to reopen O'Brien's in downtown Troy this fall.

"We would like to take this time to thank you all for the last 19 months of continued support that allowed us to be part of the community of Lansingburgh and a successful business," the O'Brien family said in a statement posted on Facebook. They expressed their gratitude to the community which, during that time, helped the O'Briens when their house was lost in a fire. "The community reached out to us more than anyone would believe and we sincerely thank all of you."

Next Saturday, the business will open at 4 p.m. and offer specials and live music.

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O'Brien said that the owner of the building at 443 5th Ave. sold the property and has other plans for the location.

"This is a decision we understand and we wish them the very best of luck at their endeavor," the O'Briens said.

The new owners were unable to be contacted and it is unclear what their plans are for the site.

"We have the opportunity to join the revitalization of downtown Troy," the statement continues. "We are sadden to leave the 'burgh but excited about the new opportunity. We hope you will continue to support us and make our new location a destination. Although we may not be here physically, we will always be a part of the [Lansingburgh] community in spirit and will support it as much as possible."

The O'Brien family includes Donald, Terry, Ali and DJ.

Earlier this week, the South End Tavern and the Irish Mist, both in South Troy, announced they were closing. The Irish Mist had been open for a dozen years and the South End Tavern has been a watering hole institution since the 1930s. Owners of both establishments cited higher taxes as a reason for shuttering.